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The Baltimore Orioles may have suffered another frustrating blow in an already turbulent season, as outfielder Tyler O’Neill was removed during Tuesday’s second game of a three-game set against the Philadelphia Phillies due to right wrist discomfort. The Orioles went on to lose 5–0, dropping to 51–63 and remaining in last place in the AL […]

The Philadelphia Eagles are around two weeks into training camp, but one storyline is already taking flight. Second-year cornerback Quinyon Mitchell is turning heads—and earning high praise from one of the league’s elite wideouts. DeVonta Smith, a former All-Pro and cornerstone of the Eagles offense, called Mitchell a tough matchup during training camp reps so […]

The San Diego Padres made two key roster moves on Tuesday ahead of the second game in a pivotal four-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The moves came in response to a 6-2 loss in Monday’s opener, as the team looks to strengthen its bullpen and rebound in a matchup that could have major implications […]

The Dallas Cowboys made a notable roster move Tuesday, releasing wide receiver Parris Campbell from the injured reserve just months after signing him. The transaction was completed through an NFL injury settlement, allowing Campbell to explore other opportunities once he recovers. Campbell, a 28-year-old speedster and former Ohio State standout, suffered an MCL sprain during […]

The Colorado Buffaloes football team opened fall camp this month with a wave of optimism, not just because of their upcoming matchup against Georgia Tech—but because of a powerful comeback story unfolding within their own locker room. Junior defensive end Nikhil Webb Walker is back on the field after battling through a lymphoma diagnosis that […]

The St. Louis Cardinals dealt a crushing blow to the Los Angeles Dodgers comeback hopes on Monday night, thanks to one of the most jaw-dropping defensive plays of the season. With the game on the line in the ninth inning, Lars Nootbaar laid out for a full-extension diving catch that stopped the tying run from […]

New York Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu isn’t just showing out on the court this season—she’s also building a legacy of leadership. After winning the 3-point contest during WNBA All-Star Weekend, Ionescu fulfilled a playful promise by splitting the prize money with Sonia Citron, a standout rookie from the Washington Mystics. The deal, made before the […]

The Texas Rangers delivered one of their most dramatic wins of the season Monday night, as Josh Jung smashed a walk-off home run in extra innings to lift Texas past the New York Yankees in thrilling fashion. The walk-off bomb from Jung capped off a late-game comeback at Globe Life Field and put an exclamation […]

The Golden State Warriors have built a dynasty on roster flexibility and smart contracts, and Draymond Green clearly hasn’t lost sight of that philosophy. The Golden State forward recently chimed in on the contract extension given to De’Aaron Fox by the San Antonio Spurs, voicing measured skepticism while acknowledging Fox’s consistent talent. Fox, who joined […]

The Cleveland Browns made headlines this week—and not for the reasons they hoped. Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III publicly criticized the franchise’s handling of rookie Shedeur Sanders, raising fresh concerns about the Browns quarterback situation just weeks into training camp. Griffin, who played in Cleveland during the team’s infamous 1-15 season in 2016, took […]

The Philadelphia Phillies maintained their hold atop the National League East on Monday night, rolling to a 13–3 win over the Baltimore Orioles behind a dominant performance from Kyle Schwarber. The slugger’s second home run of the night — his 40th of the season — came in dramatic fashion, a sixth-inning grand slam that electrified […]

The Cleveland Browns made a timely move amid growing injury concerns at the quarterback position, signing former Pro Bowl alternate Tyler Huntley to add immediate depth under center during training camp. The move gives the team a much-needed arm as three signal-callers deal with injuries. Huntley’s reunion with the Browns was first reported by ESPN’s […]

The Toronto Blue Jays got a much-needed boost to their playoff push when they acquired former Cy Young winner Shane Bieber at the 2025 MLB trade deadline, and now his return to the big-league rotation is on the horizon. Bieber, who’s working his way back from Tommy John surgery, has a clear rehab schedule set […]

The Atlanta Braves received a key update relating to their injury-riddled rotation Monday. It was confirmed that 29-year-old pitcher Grant Holmes will avoid Tommy John surgery, choosing rest and rehabilitation to address damage to his ulnar collateral ligament. This latest Braves rotation news adds to a growing list of setbacks as the team works to […]

The New York Yankees suffered one of their most crushing losses of the 2025 season on Friday night, falling 13-12 to the Miami Marlins via a chaotic walk-off at loanDepot park. After building leads of 6-0, 9-4, and 12-10, New York watched each one slip away in stunning fashion. Particularly concerning was the performance of […]

The Baltimore Orioles made a last-minute lineup change on Saturday, removing veteran outfielder Tyler O’Neill before their matchup against the Chicago Cubs. The scratch was officially attributed to illness, not injury-related, but it sparked renewed questions about O’Neill’s long-term availability and role in the Baltimore lineup. The news broke shortly before first pitch when MASN […]

The Houston Astros received a bit of a scare Friday night when star shortstop Jeremy Pena exited the 10th inning of their extra-inning loss against the Boston Red Sox. However, manager Joe Espada offered a reassuring update that should ease concerns around the Astros playoff race and the health of one of their most important […]

The Kansas City Royals climbed back to the .500 mark with a statement win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night, kicking off August with momentum. But it was a three-word quote from Bobby Witt Jr. that stole the postgame spotlight. When asked about new teammate Mike Yastrzemski, who made his debut following the […]

The Boston Red Sox made a key roster decision Saturday morning, optioning right-hander Cooper Criswell to Triple-A Worcester to clear space for Dustin May’s debut, which is set for this Wednesday vs. the Kansas City Royals. The move comes just days after Boston acquired the former Los Angeles Dodgers starter in exchange for prospects James […]

The Cleveland Guardians, currently sitting in second place with a record of 55-54 and eight games behind the Detroit Tigers in the AL Central, may be chasing another playoff berth in 2025. But Hall of Famer CC Sabathia is taking a moment to reflect on how the franchise shaped his journey from a high school […]

The San Diego Padres wasted no time making a splash before the MLB trade deadline, acquiring veteran slugger Ryan O’Hearn from the Baltimore Orioles in a deal designed to add depth and versatility. Now in San Diego, O’Hearn made his first public comments since the move — and he didn’t hold back. The eight-year veteran’s […]

The San Diego Padres made waves at the trade deadline once again, and veteran third baseman Manny Machado had a lot to say about it. Following the San Diego trade deadline acquisition of All-Star closer Mason Miller, the team sent a clear message. The window to win is now. In a postgame interview after the […]

The Seattle Storm may have fallen just short in a double-overtime thriller, but veteran forward Nneka Ogwumike delivered a performance that will be remembered far beyond the box score. In Friday’s 108-106 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks, Ogwumike reached a major career benchmark, becoming just the sixth player in WNBA history to enter the […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates stunned fans Friday night with an offensive surge led by shortstop Oneil Cruz, who crushed a 451-foot grand slam in the top of the first inning at Coors Field. The home run by Cruz, which rocketed off his bat at an eye-popping exit velocity of 114.7 mph, didn’t just open the scoring […]

The Chicago Cubs entered the 2025 MLB trade deadline in a precarious spot—competitive enough to chase the NL Central, but not dominant enough to risk long-term assets. That context shaped the front office’s calculated decision to avoid blockbuster moves for a frontline starting pitcher. The Cubs trade deadline strategy became a hot topic after president […]

The Los Angeles Angels didn’t make headlines at the 2025 MLB trade deadline, but general manager Perry Minasian’s comments after it closed sure did. While many fans expected a sell-off or at least a clear directional shift, Minasian instead doubled down on the team’s current makeup. In a post shared by The Athletic’s Sam Blum […]

The New York Yankees fanbase never forgets its legends. And just days after CC Sabathia’s Hall of Fame induction, they proved it with a hilarious request that only Yankees supporters would dare to make. The 19-year veteran took to social media to reflect on the honor — and to respond to the “impossible” ask. On […]

The Texas Rangers have had their share of deadline drama over the years, but Adolis Garcia just delivered one of the most unforgettable moments of this season’s MLB trade deadline — and it had nothing to do with an actual deal. On Thursday afternoon, just before the trade deadline window closed, Garcia’s name unexpectedly lit […]

The New York Yankees lit up trade deadline day by acquiring hard-throwing reliever Camilo Doval, and no reaction captured the fan energy better than the one from the Talkin’ Yanks podcast. During their live broadcast Thursday ahead of the MLB trade deadline, hosts Jimmy O’Brien (Jomboy), Jake Storiale (Talkin’ Jake), and Trevor Plouffe reacted in […]

The Atlanta Braves entered the 2025 MLB trade deadline in unfamiliar territory—firmly out of playoff contention and staring down their first losing season since 2017. At 45-62 and sitting fourth in the National League East, the front office faced pressure to sell big. But GM Alex Anthopoulos chose a different path. Rather than launching a […]

The New York Yankees made two notable roster moves following the 2025 MLB trade deadline, optioning right-handers Ian Hamilton and Yerry De Los Santos to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. The move came just hours after New York overhauled its bullpen by adding three arms on deadline day — David Bednar, Camilo Doval, and Jake Bird. The shakeup […]

The Toronto Blue Jays made a calculated move at the MLB trade deadline, acquiring right-handed reliever Louis Varland and first baseman Ty France from the Minnesota Twins. The Varland trade strengthens a shaky Blue Jays bullpen, while France adds a veteran right-handed bat as Toronto prepares for the final two months with postseason positioning and […]

The Kansas City Royals made an unexpected move ahead of the MLB trade deadline, acquiring veteran outfielder Mike Yastrzemski from the San Francisco Giants. The deal gives the club a timely boost to its struggling outfield as Kansas City continues a quiet but determined push toward the American League playoff race. MLB Network took to […]

The Boston Red Sox made a last-minute push before the MLB trade deadline, acquiring right-handed pitcher Dustin May from the Los Angeles Dodgers. The May trade gives the Red Sox a much-needed arm as they continue fighting for a postseason spot with a rotation that has battled inconsistency. ESPN’s Jeff Passan was the first to […]

With the MLB trade deadline approaching, the Athletics find themselves at the center of late-July speculation, particularly surrounding the status of elite closer Mason Miller. The hard-throwing right-hander was notably absent from a save situation on Wednesday night, just hours before the deadline, and questions swirled about whether a trade was imminent. Athletics manager Mark […]

The San Diego Padres are making late-summer headlines, reportedly engaged in serious trade talks to acquire Athletics closer Mason Miller as the MLB trade deadline nears. With San Diego locked in a fierce National League West race, the bullpen could soon receive a major boost. Jon Heyman of the New York Post took to X, […]

The Chicago Cubs continued their aggressive approach at the MLB trade deadline by acquiring veteran reliever Andrew Kittredge from the Baltimore Orioles, a move aimed at strengthening their bullpen for the stretch run. The deal, reported late Wednesday night by USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, marks Chicago’s third notable acquisition in a matter of days. Nightengale […]

The New York Yankees got a critical divisional win Wednesday night, and they did it behind a newcomer quickly making his mark. Ryan McMahon, acquired earlier this week, walked it off in the 11th inning of a thrilling 5-4 win over the Tampa BayRays and joined an exclusive group that includes Juan Soto. McMahon has […]

The Seattle Mariners are making strategic moves ahead of the stretch run, activating newly acquired left-handed reliever Caleb Ferguson and optioning Jackson Kowar to Triple-A Tacoma. The decision came hours after Seattle finalized the trade with the New York Yankees, signaling a clear shift in bullpen priorities as the team chases an AL Wild Card […]